Backcountry Gear can lighten your load for ultralight backpacking. We offer the best lightweight backpacking gear and lightweight backpacks from top-notch vendors.

The last thing any fast and light hiker wants is to be weighed down by a backpack when it's the gear inside they're counting on. The pack shouldn't get in the way. It certainly shouldn't limit what can be can carried simply because of its weight. With this in mind, Backcountry Gear partners with the best vendors in the field of lightweight backpacking. They have focused on simplifying backpack designs, so you can focus on the hiking gear that's right for you. We have an outstanding collection of lightweight and ultralight backpacks from The North Face, Granite Gear, and Osprey for the minimalist, the thru hiker, and everyone in between.

All these packs have been designed to make hitting the trails easier. We have packs with ventilated back panels, removable hip belts, and comfort shoulder straps. Choose how light to go with options for hydration systems, sleeping bag compartments, and helmet pouches, all within extremely light shells. When selecting products, Backcountry Gear looks for dependability and accessibility. Front panel access, top loaders, lateral pockets, gear loops, and daisy chains, we keep an eye out for them, for you. Men's or women's designs, if you've thought of it, we stock it.

Backcountry Gear promises to offer the best products at the most affordable prices. Keep an eye on our Sale and Clearance departments. There will always be an opportunity to grab some lightweight backpacking equipment, climbing gear, or sleeping bags at extreme savings. But be mindful, the inventory changes, so browse the site frequently.

Headquartered in Eugene, Oregon, Backcountry Gear has the best ultralight backpacks from the global outdoor industry leaders Black Diamond, Deuter, Gregory, and Arc'Teryx. We stock the best in sleeping bags, lightweight tents, and outdoor clothing, too. When you plan for the outdoors, plan on BackcountryGear.com, your first stop for outdoor adventure. Every step of the way.